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This kids' shampoo offers a well-formulated, gentle cleanse, but its ambitious safety claims are not backed by publicly visible finished-product testing, leaving consumers to rely on brand trust.
₹860 • Analysed 14 October 2026
This Bare Anatomy Junior Gentle Cleansing Shampoo is positioned for children aged 3+ years, emphasizing mildness with its 'pH 5.5', 'Tear-Free', and 'Hypoallergenic' claims. At ₹860 for 750ml, it is positioned as a mid-to-premium option in the Indian kids' shampoo market, offering a good price per ml. While the formula uses mild, sulphate-free surfactants suitable for Indian conditions and hard water, the lack of publicly visible finished-product evidence for key safety claims like 'Tear-Free', 'Hypoallergenic', and 'Dermatologically Tested' means consumers rely on brand trust rather than verifiable proof, which could attract ASCI scrutiny for the 'Dermatologically Tested' claim.
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Formula contains mild surfactants (Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate) suitable for gentle cleansing.
Claimed pH value, but no public test report or verification method is visible for this specific product.
This is a significant safety claim for a kids' product, but no specific finished product eye irritation test results are publicly visible for this specific product.
This is a significant safety claim, but no specific finished product skin sensitization test (e.g., HRIPT) results are publicly visible for this specific product.
The retrieved INCI list does not contain any sulphates (e.g., SLS, SLES) or parabens.
No specific test report or details of dermatological testing (methodology, sample size, results) for *this* product are publicly visible. The provided reports are for different Bare Anatomy shampoos.
This is a suitability claim, but no specific age-group safety testing or clinical data for this age group is publicly visible.
All listed ingredients (Fragaria Ananassa (Strawberry) Fruit Extract, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Milk Protein, Prunus Dulcis (Almond) Oil) are present in the retrieved INCI.
What we could confirm from public sources and the verified ingredient list.
Ingredient Safety & Toxicity
Full ingredient list retrieved and verified against INCIDecoder.
Brand describes ingredient origin in its claims.
Screened against the ingredient database (10 of 19 ingredients matched); no cosmetics-prohibited ingredient found.
No ingredient with a recognised endocrine-activity concern found in the database.
No IARC-classified or formaldehyde-releasing ingredient found in the database screen.
Irritation & Allergen Risk
No EU-declarable or database-flagged allergen found in the list.
No high-sensitisation preservative (MI/MCI/formaldehyde-releaser) from our screen was found.
Uses milder (non-sulphate) surfactants.
Ingredient Transparency
The full INCI list is publicly available, not just hero ingredients.
Ingredients are listed in the descending order required by India Cosmetics Rules 2020.
Standards & Compliance
Usage warnings and directions are clear on the label.
Screened against a curated reference set that we are continuing to verify and expand, so “clear” means no flag from that set, not a guarantee. Not a substitute for a full toxicological or clinical assessment.
| Ingredient |
|---|
Water |
Cocamidopropyl Betaine |
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate |
Glycerin |
Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate |
Fragaria Ananassa (Strawberry) Fruit Extract |
Prunus Dulcis (Almond) Oil |
Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Milk Protein |
Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Extract |
Vitamin E Acetate |
Hydroxypropyl Guar |
Hydroxypropyl Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride |
Acrylates Copolymer |
Polyquaternium-10 |
Citric Acid |
Sodium Benzoate |
Potassium Sorbate |
Perfume |
Disodium EDTA |
INCI order as declared on packaging. Position reflects approximate concentration (high to low).
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
Flags are based on publicly available INCI only. Not a substitute for full regulatory compliance review.
“Dermatologically Tested”
The claim 'Dermatologically Tested' is made without providing any details of the testing, such as the methodology, sample size, or results, which is an ASCI concern for a clinical claim.
Formula contains mild surfactants (Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate) suitable for gentle cleansing.
Mentioned only
Claimed pH value, but no public test report or verification method is visible for this specific product.
Missing
This is a significant safety claim for a kids' product, but no specific finished product eye irritation test results are publicly visible for this specific product.
Missing
This is a significant safety claim, but no specific finished product skin sensitization test (e.g., HRIPT) results are publicly visible for this specific product.
Missing
The retrieved INCI list does not contain any sulphates (e.g., SLS, SLES) or parabens.
Mentioned only
No specific test report or details of dermatological testing (methodology, sample size, results) for *this* product are publicly visible. The provided reports are for different Bare Anatomy shampoos.
Missing
This is a suitability claim, but no specific age-group safety testing or clinical data for this age group is publicly visible.
Missing
All listed ingredients (Fragaria Ananassa (Strawberry) Fruit Extract, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Milk Protein, Prunus Dulcis (Almond) Oil) are present in the retrieved INCI.
Mentioned only
The formula contains conditioning agents (Polyquaternium-10, Hydroxypropyl Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride) and emollients (Almond Oil) that can contribute to hair softness and smoothness.
Mentioned only
The formula includes humectants like Glycerin and mild cleansing agents designed to be less stripping than harsh sulphates.
Mentioned only
Public evidence the brand could provide to close verification gaps
This review evaluates brand claims against visible evidence and formula logic. It does not replace a full ingredient safety analysis or a clinical product test. Results vary by individual, and the consumer should always read the full ingredient list and follow usage guidance.
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